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Thursday, August 31, 2017
University of Tampa professor fired for saying Texans deserve hurricane for voting Trump
The University of Tampa has fired a visiting professor who suggested on Twitter that Texas deserves the deadly devastation from Hurricane Harvey because it voted for President Trump in the 2016 election.
Visiting assistant sociology professor Kenneth L. Storey had tweeted Sunday, “I don’t believe in instant Karma but this kinda feels like it for Texas. Hopefully this will help them realize the GOP doesn’t care about them,” according to screenshots obtained by Campus Reform.
Mr. Storey added that “the good people there need to do more to stop the evil their state pushes. I’m only blaming those who support the GOP there.” He also said that the Trump voters in hurricane-prone Florida deserved the same fate.
Mr. Storey quickly deleted the tweets after making headlines at conservative news outlets, but the backlash was swift.
“I deeply regret a statement I posted yesterday,” he later apologized, The Tampa Bay Times reported. “I never meant to wish ill will upon any group. I hope all affected by Harvey recover quickly.”
The Times reported Tuesday that Mr. Storey had been fired.
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Visiting assistant sociology professor Kenneth L. Storey had tweeted Sunday, “I don’t believe in instant Karma but this kinda feels like it for Texas. Hopefully this will help them realize the GOP doesn’t care about them,” according to screenshots obtained by Campus Reform.
Mr. Storey added that “the good people there need to do more to stop the evil their state pushes. I’m only blaming those who support the GOP there.” He also said that the Trump voters in hurricane-prone Florida deserved the same fate.
Mr. Storey quickly deleted the tweets after making headlines at conservative news outlets, but the backlash was swift.
“I deeply regret a statement I posted yesterday,” he later apologized, The Tampa Bay Times reported. “I never meant to wish ill will upon any group. I hope all affected by Harvey recover quickly.”
The Times reported Tuesday that Mr. Storey had been fired.
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A Viewer Writes: Wallaby's at the Salisbury Zoo
Photos were taken thru the fence at the back end of the zoo, so I am not sure if this is within public view on the front end. But if it is why hasn't anyone said anything?
Don't we owe animals that we take out of their natural habitat and imprison in zoos the respect to, at the very least - house them in a habitat similar to that of which they are being deprived of?
Publishers Notes: For over a month now the Salisbury Zoo, (through WBOC) have been trying to raise $5,000.00 to repair an exhibit that was damaged when a tree fell onto it. If you'll recall, they lost an Owl and still have yet to recover it.
Nevertheless, since when is the Salisbury Zoo/City not insured? Could it be that they cannot insure the Zoo because it's 95% in a flood plane zone? More importantly, since WBOC has been asking people to make donations for this repair for an entire month, since the Zoo is holding a fundraiser tonight, could it be they're not exposing just how much they have already raised to exceed the $5,000.00 request?
Finally, how sad is it these days when the beloved Zoo can't raise $5,000.00 overnight. That says a LOT about the staff and condition of the Salisbury Zoo.
Where Harvey is hitting hardest, 80 percent lack flood insurance
The vast majority of homeowners in the area devastated by Hurricane Harvey lack flood insurance, leaving many who escaped the storm with little financial help to rebuild their homes and lives.
“I wish I had flood insurance now,” lamented Leroy Moore, a 58-year-old whose home in Northeast Houston filled with water. He cancelled his flood policy when it grew too expensive. He and his wife were rescued from the rising waters on Sunday by National Guard troops and are now sleeping in a church. “When it's a choice to make between things and life, sometimes you've just got to let the things go and hang on to life.”
Regular home insurance covers wind damage but not flooding. Homeowners have to purchase separate flood insurance policies from the government-run National Flood Insurance Program, which will end in late September unless Congress renews it. In Texas, the average cost for a NFIP plan is $500 a year, but it can rise to more than $2,000 for homes inside a floodplain.
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“I wish I had flood insurance now,” lamented Leroy Moore, a 58-year-old whose home in Northeast Houston filled with water. He cancelled his flood policy when it grew too expensive. He and his wife were rescued from the rising waters on Sunday by National Guard troops and are now sleeping in a church. “When it's a choice to make between things and life, sometimes you've just got to let the things go and hang on to life.”
Regular home insurance covers wind damage but not flooding. Homeowners have to purchase separate flood insurance policies from the government-run National Flood Insurance Program, which will end in late September unless Congress renews it. In Texas, the average cost for a NFIP plan is $500 a year, but it can rise to more than $2,000 for homes inside a floodplain.
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Putin Orders Evacuation of 1,500 From NKorea Border City
Russia has relocated 1,500 people from a city that sits along the border with North Korea after Kim Jong Un launched a missile over Japan that landed in the northern Pacific Ocean early Tuesday, U.K.'s Daily Star reported.
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered citizens to leave Vladivostok and relocate to "safe areas" in the country's far east because of increasing tensions in the region.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered citizens to leave Vladivostok and relocate to "safe areas" in the country's far east because of increasing tensions in the region.
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WICOMICO COUNTY GOVERNMENT OFFICES
CONVENIENCE CENTER & LANDFILL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Salisbury, MD ... On Monday, September 4, 2017, the Newland Park Landfill and all external Convenience Centers will be closed. The Convenience Center located at the Newland Park Landfill will be open normal hours 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
For more information, please contact the Newland Park Landfill at 410-548-4935.
US Tested Massive New Nuclear Bomb in August
The U.S. military in early August held a second test of its B61-12 gravity nuclear bombs at Tonopah Test Range in Nevada, the National Nuclear Security Administration said in a statement Monday.
"The non-nuclear test assemblies, which were dropped from an F-15E based at Nellis Air Force Base, evaluated the weapon's non-nuclear functions and the aircraft's capability to deliver the weapon," said the NNSA.
President Donald Trump has called for the U.S. to "greatly strengthen and expand its nuclear capability until such time as the world comes to its senses regarding nukes," a message he campaigned on and one he has reiterated during the first eight months of his presidency.
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"The non-nuclear test assemblies, which were dropped from an F-15E based at Nellis Air Force Base, evaluated the weapon's non-nuclear functions and the aircraft's capability to deliver the weapon," said the NNSA.
President Donald Trump has called for the U.S. to "greatly strengthen and expand its nuclear capability until such time as the world comes to its senses regarding nukes," a message he campaigned on and one he has reiterated during the first eight months of his presidency.
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Obnoxious Politico Cartoon Mocks Victims Of Hurricane Harvey
If you’ve ever wondered what the elites in DC think of everyday Americans, it’s right here in vivid color. We’re all just a bunch of know-nuthin rednecks in cowboy hats and Confederate flag shirts hoopin’ and hollerin’ about secession and God and angels. Silly us and our silly God, don’t we realize that Government is always the answer?
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Eric Trump Slams Mueller's Russia Probe, Media: 'They Tried Really Hard, But It Didn't Fly'
Eric Trump on Tuesday slammed the Russia collusion investigation as "a total hoax" — telling Newsmax TV that the media was keeping it alive only because no matter what President Donald Trump does, "he's going to get hit."
"They tried really hard," the Trump, 33, told "The Joe Pags Show" in an exclusive interview of the Russia probe. "They tried really hard, but it didn't fly.
"And everybody realizes the whole thing was a total hoax and a spoof and that there was nothing there.
"I'm proud of him," he continued. "Listen, no matter what we do, we're going to get hit."
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"They tried really hard," the Trump, 33, told "The Joe Pags Show" in an exclusive interview of the Russia probe. "They tried really hard, but it didn't fly.
"And everybody realizes the whole thing was a total hoax and a spoof and that there was nothing there.
"I'm proud of him," he continued. "Listen, no matter what we do, we're going to get hit."
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Breaking News: Two explosions have been reported at a chemical plant about 30 miles from Houston that was damaged by Hurricane Harvey
| There were reports early Thursday of explosions at a chemical plant in Crosby, about 30 miles northeast of downtown Houston. |
| Arkema, a French chemical group, said in a statement that there were two explosions around 2 a.m., and a risk of further blasts at the site. |
| The Arkema plant manufactures organic peroxides, which are used in making plastic and other materials. When the chemicals warm, they start to decompose, which creates more heat and can quickly lead to a rapid, explosive reaction. Some organic peroxides also produce flammable vapors as they decompose. |
| The plant was shut down last Friday in anticipation of the storm. |
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Elderly couple in Houston orders chicken burritos and A BOAT from Chick-fil-a
Elderly couple in Houston orders chicken burritos and A BOAT from @ChickfilA... then the manager's husband comes and rescues them on a boat. pic.twitter.com/ypwk1FEtHK
— Jeff D Lowe (@JeffDLowe) August 31, 2017
First grader sent to office for 'misgendering' fellow student
A first grader at a California charter school was sent to the principal’s office this week after she accidentally “misgendered” a classmate in what’s being called a “pronoun mishap.”
The incident occurred at Rocklin Academy, a school roiled by controversy after a kindergarten teacher led an in-class discussion on transgenderism that included a “gender reveal” for a little boy who was transitioning to a little girl.
For kindergartners.
Parents were furious because they were not informed in advance and were not given the chance to opt their five-year-olds from the classroom transgender activity. However, school leaders informed moms and dads – they were not allowed to opt-out – and the state did not require them to notify parents.
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The incident occurred at Rocklin Academy, a school roiled by controversy after a kindergarten teacher led an in-class discussion on transgenderism that included a “gender reveal” for a little boy who was transitioning to a little girl.
For kindergartners.
Parents were furious because they were not informed in advance and were not given the chance to opt their five-year-olds from the classroom transgender activity. However, school leaders informed moms and dads – they were not allowed to opt-out – and the state did not require them to notify parents.
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http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/08/25/first-grader-sent-to-office-for-misgendering-fellow-student.html
Bakery makes macarons with love to benefit Houston victims
A Pennsylvania bakery created special red, white and blue macarons to help people in need following the wake of Tropical Storm Harvey
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Uber Finally Lets You Opt Out Of Having Your Location Tracked After Your Ride Is Over
Late last year, Uber made a change to its app that let it track customers after their rides had ended. Many troubled months later, the company is finally walking back that tweak, and will once again let customers have more control over when their locations are used.
Amazon Really Wants Echo Devices In The Hands (And Dorm Rooms) Of College Students
If you want future developers of technology to create new things for your product, try giving it to engineering students for free. Amazon is experimenting with that at one college, giving away an Echo Dot (list price $49.99) to every student in a new dorm at Arizona State University.
Insurance Won’t Cover Damage To 80% Of Homes Flooded By Hurricane Harvey
When the flood waters left behind by Hurricane Harvey eventually recede, they will leave behind billions of dollars in property damage. However, a large majority of homeowners will likely have to spend their own money to make their homes livable again.
The Latest Powerball Winner Is Not Trying To Be Your Facebook Friend Or Give You Money
You’re probably a really nice person. However, that doesn’t mean that the winner of last week’s record Powerball multi-state lottery jackpot wants to be your pal on social media, or wants to give you money. Profiles that impersonate the real winner and promise to give money away to her followers are not real.
Cajun Navy says looters fired shots at Harvey rescue boats
A leader with the Cajun Navy has said that looters fired upon rescue boats that were attempting to assist flood victims of Hurricane Harvey.
Clyde Cain, an organizer with the Louisiana Cajun Navy, said on Monday that no one was injured when apparent looters fired guns at volunteer rescuers earlier in the day in Houston.
The group is one of several gathering volunteers with leisure boats to assist desperately over-extended first responders in search and rescue efforts as the flood waters from Harvey continue to rise.
'It came over [the radio] and it was looters who are out there and not wanting our boats around them,' Cain said in a live video stream on Facebook. Cain said it was also possible the looters were attempting to steal the boats.
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Clyde Cain, an organizer with the Louisiana Cajun Navy, said on Monday that no one was injured when apparent looters fired guns at volunteer rescuers earlier in the day in Houston.
The group is one of several gathering volunteers with leisure boats to assist desperately over-extended first responders in search and rescue efforts as the flood waters from Harvey continue to rise.
'It came over [the radio] and it was looters who are out there and not wanting our boats around them,' Cain said in a live video stream on Facebook. Cain said it was also possible the looters were attempting to steal the boats.
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Wednesday, August 30, 2017
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